What’s the formula for securing an internship? Soad Suazo (B.F.A., fashion marketing and management, 2023) believes building “a successful portfolio is crucial when seeking an internship or job in the fashion industry.” In the three months since graduation, she secured three internships in New York, from fashion label Carolina Herrera to Maquillar Studio, an emerging leader and developer in augmented reality beauty filters. The scope of Suazo’s experiences reflects the Honduran native’s tenacity and grit. We asked Suazo to share the secrets of her success, including her love of #fashion, what she learned from her #internships, and tips for building an outstanding portfolio.